Papercraft Haven and More

     My main thing when I am scrapbooking, is I want things to match.  Alphabet templates can help you save money - by using them for your titles on your scrapbook pages, on papers that will match your layout - instead of having to run out and find a set of stickers to match!  With the above example, I used pattern paper for the top of the letters, and then matted the letters on a sheet of the pink background paper!  I then cut each letter out individually, making sure to have enough room on each side for the word.  By using alphabet templates, you don't have to worry about not having enough of a certain letter, or running out when you are in the middle of taking care of something!  By using patterned papers that match, or come in a kit - you can be assured to have the perfect matching items for your project!          One thing I like to make sure to use is fine tip scissors - to be able to get into the finer areas ...

Different        Alphabet templates can be used in a variety of different ways for your titles, I have shown you a few basic ways this week...today's is kicking it up a bit using brads or eyelets!  For me, I love purchasing 12 x 12 paper, even if I am doing 8.5 x 11 layouts because I can use the extra paper for embellishments or other aspects - "Different" is like that!         I used Chatterbox paper that has a pattern on one side, and the pink on the other side.  On the picture, I used the wavy and square frame from Sizzix and on the right side of the pink frame left it open so I could add tags to it with journaling about ways I am "different" as well as the definition of the word.  For the embellishment, I simply took flowers from the background paper and cut them out to make the little square.  Add your floss and ribbon to the tags, and the flower to the photo.  Now you are ready for the title.  After c...

Oprah has her favorite things and so do I, this week at Memories in Tyme, will be all about my favorites.....  My favorite projects that I have done...my favorite products I like to work with...my favorite layouts and cards.....my favorite techniques that I like....and my favorite blogs and sites that I like...   We all have our personal favorite's, things that we just can't scrapbook without.  My "list" will be a bit unique I am sure, as I like to use more basic supplies to create other things.  Things like die cuts, punches, adding a bit of ribbon and brads to it if it needs it!  Things that look very well together, and can go with other things too.   To start out with...this is one of my favorite cards I have made...I love the colors used, a simple white embossed saying with the white floss and button.  It was the patterned paper that made it for me, but alone...it wasn't anything spectacular!  The colors just matched well, and it was just f...

Christmas is just around the corner...whether you celebrate IT or not, there are still huge specials going on right now that will help you with your crafting needs!  Most companies will assure delivery before Christmas if you order by 12/17...  If you don't care whether you get it or not, check out these specials that are starting..you are sure to get something that you have been wanting!   So, lets get started!   Oh my.....I will start with  Oh My Crafts  where deadline for first class shipping to arrive by Christmas is today!  They have got really great specials folks, let me tell you, make sure you use code HOLIDAY10 to save an additional 10% off your order!  Priority mail orders need to be placed by Dec 17th, and for express mail shipments order by Dec 20th.  Plus get free shipping on all orders over $50 or more, so make sure you get your orders placed!   One place I have not talked about a lot is Dick Blick  but this Frid...

Doing things on a budget.....  As you read my posts, please keep in mind I have been able to scrapbook on what I have at home and available to me for almost 8 years now...  I do not believe in spending money, especially when you CAN'T spend money!  However, there are plenty of reasons TO create...  Your photos, your memories, your stories...they are the reasons to get it done!    Look at ways you CAN save money, I have an article on Ezine Articles  all about ways to save money...make sure you take a look at that!  Look at purchases a bit differently, get basic supplies such as adhesive and cardstock when they are on sale....  Learn to shop at home first...then shop at the stores with a list of what you need.  Oftentimes I make an exact list, and then switch it up when I get to the stores because I have found something I can use in place of!   One way to save money is by asking for things as a gift...  Holidays, birthday...

This post is all about the supplies you can start to look at if you have been scrapbooking for a while.  The supplies here are a bit more costly (in some aspect), but as normal, there are all kinds of things that you can do if you need to....or are on a budget!  I will add...for those of you who think things are expensive... you do not need each and every piece of equipment out on the market today, look at what you are buying first, and utilize those 40% off coupons to make things a bit cheaper...and get it out of your head that she who dies with the most scrapbook supplies wins!   Yes, some of the things on the list are a bit more expensive, just remember that you can tweak things and add what you want, or research other products that might have more of the features you are wanting!   It's all about the FABS...Features, Advantages and Benefits of that product... you will need to look at what your FABS need to be in order to make sure you are getting the biggest ...

Wow, there are so many fun products, sites and shopping stuff that I want to share with you, so lets get started on the weekday edition of shopping alert/site alerts!   One of my favorites right now, not only for their  blog ideas , but also for their shopping is  Oh My Crafts ...check out their darling I-rock apron, their specials for the season, and much, much more!   On their blog, great ideas using the Cricut machine and vinyl for projects for your home!  Check out their Best Gifts for great prices on crafts...their clearance section for even better prices, adhesives, $10 deals and more!  This is a fun site that you should check in with often, and make sure you get their newsletter too!   Use code Holiday10 to get an extra 10% off your order...valid through 12/31/10!   One place that is sure to have fun products no matter what craft you do is  Joann's , make sure you check them out by Thursday 12/9, use code EAD343B for free shi...